Job Description

What are we looking for?
We are in search of a resourceful and responsible Purchasing Analyst / Buyer to

What are you expected to do?

• Issue purchase orders for re-buy items as and when necessary. Issue purchase orders for new items when authorized by the relevant Merchandiser / Brand Manager.
• Source appropriate factories and nourish good relationships with Domestic and International vendors for the best terms.
• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors.
• Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
• Prepare purchase orders.
• Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
• Assist in maintaining a library of factories/vendors.
• Collect and analyze data pertaining to product and stock status, based on this information, place reorders.
• Monitor new items and place purchase orders according to minimum order quantity.
• Examine shipping advice, unconfirmed purchase orders, and sales confirmation to ensure information is accurate.
• Update ship date, pricing, and packing changes when necessary.
• Review open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery dates to ensure the best option for the company.
• Identify problems and the cause of the problem and provide suggested solutions.
• Track PO status and price changes. Communicate price changes to merchandisers / Brand Managers.
• Enforce vendors to follow procedures and evaluate vendors’ performance based on pricing and delivery terms.
• Review invoices and submit foreign payment package to accounting for payment. Assist in resolving any discrepancy between receiving an invoice.
• Maintain a good working relationship with vendors.

• Work with a US company that has acquired several companies and has now grown to a global scale.
• Pioneer a team and get the opportunity to grow your career in the supply chain

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or relevant procurement experience 4 years +
• You have Domestic and International purchasing experience
• You have experience of classifying goods using Harmonized Tariff Schedule
• You have strong negotiation skills
• You have strong organisational skills
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills

• You have good computer skills: (Microsoft Outlook, above-average Excel experience, Word) – Advantage system a plus
• You have knowledge of US import procedures